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Newspaper
Washington Star
Location
Washington, New Jersey, United States of America
Date
Sep 08, 1921
Page
9
A lengthy 1921 public auction notice from Phillipsburg lists property and personal effects to be sold. It details quantities of sewer piping, building materials, furniture, carpets, and household goods, with payment terms, bonding, and bid requirements. The document records the auction date, location, and responsible officials, noting reserve or bid conditions and confidentiality of the sale.
The Star reports a communication from The Annociition opposing the Eighteenth Amendment and urging the public to consider prohibition's costs. Letters reference tax revenue losses, Moonshine liquor, and strong church and state figures arguing both sides amid New Jersey politics.
An experimental 2500 foot section on Asbury Park highway tests a new concrete-like asphalt devised by Dr. Ailes and Mr. Amiles. The method claims to reduce gravel voids, use cement, and produce a smooth durable surface at lower costs, potentially replacing traditional gravel roads.
A rugged county trader notes distant markets now drive demand for the latest styles while suppliers move away from older goods. He cites a dearth of wholesale options and changing attitudes among consumers, especially in remote areas, as automakers and jobbers alter distribution.
A fragmented study traces origins of terms like godparents and godmothers through Chaucerian usage and Anglo Saxon roots. It notes how kinship language evolved via sponsorship, familiarity, and cross language borrowings, including French communerage, amid evolving English equivalents.
A fractured account of Branden’s appeal rights after conviction in New Jersey. The letter from Prank McDermit and Mrs Branden questions the court’s handling, alleges new evidence and calls Governor Ward to intervene.
A new mosque of the fittest design is to rise on 20-24 Arend Street Newark under the auspices of the Temple of the Mystic Shrine. Edwin S Ureum of Elizabeth announces the million dollar project funded by a 1.47 million dollar mortgage issue to be subscribed by members across New Jersey. Ex-Senator John J Dryden and Prudential’s Thomas Hagonally are noted among those backing the venture near the home of the late Franklin Murphy.
Fragmented OCR shows estimates from church groups on growing membership across Protestant denominations. Details mention the Methodist Episcopal and Northern Presbyterians with tens of thousands added, while Southern Baptists and Congregationalists report multi‑hundred thousand gains and initiatives to recruit four-year targets.
A long discussion outlines the Grange or Order of Patrons of Husbandry from 1867 onward, noting its educational aims, cooperative ventures, and political influence. It traces growth to 1874 1886 and 1908 with emphasis on farm credit rail regulation and rural mail service. The piece portrays the Grange as a major agricultural reform organization shaping legislation and rural life.
The Samuel Read farm at Mt Hermon Me Ter Mon was sold by M C Wain Billard Real Feature Co to Toward Eve of Glen Gardner. The property, formerly Clifford A Reed’s in dsefield Perk, includes houses, wheat hale, lake area, a small school dam, and Honeywell Academy also known. The deed was hidden for 89 years and found in a Warren county bank vault. Samuel Rood founder of Hoy Bank died 1974. his widow resides at the old homestead.
A narrator recalls visiting a woman planning practical paths for her daughters. The mother funds courses in design, domestic economy, catering, and agriculture to prepare girls for independent work beyond office jobs. The piece argues more such local initiatives would steer women away from low paid office roles.
Odd reconstructed OCR fragment mentions a group of workers, a Justice of the Peace, and messages about travelers and misdeeds. References to Belvidere, New Varigaml, Crom Ithiadel- Phi appear as garbled place names. Details are unclear, but suggest a court narrative and travel context.
A garbled account mentions Collen Ghat Sweet Carn and Charles Nell at Stroddleburp for a meet titled Goldy Giant. References to Natchium Maye, promoter Dr. Le- Lue, and a coin giveaway hint at an event with prizes and festivities, though many phrases are unclear.
A reader letter extols Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound for relief from nervousness and “female trouble.” The writer claims increased energy, improved ability to work, and urges others to use the remedy, noting personal improvement after two bottles. The message praises the product and suggests printing the letter.
A Warren County notice announces an open bid for a road project from Washington Gaxford Road to Kernvilles Ia thy. It requests sealed proposals prepared by UW Vetter and Bee Riever, with bids backed by a $7,000.00 bid guarantee. The Town Walk Tort Murray committee will review, with inspection by the engineer and commission staff, and the right to reject any or all bids reserved.
Fragmentary legal notice describing a property and survey in Warren County, with references to names such as John C. Wott and Jae Jolie UO, dated 1884 and revised 1924, detailing parcel boundaries, stakes, corners, and corralled land description.
In the matter of the estate of Emma J Yowse deceased creditors are notified to present their claims to the undersigned executor by February 10, 1922. Six months from the order date, and failing to do so will bar their claims against the estate. Dated August 14, 1921. Pantell Wheeler, executor, Warren County, New Jersey.
The administrator Charlis I Brady announces creditors must present claims against the estate of Charles Carter of Warren County. Claims are due by February 6, 1829, with six months from the date of this order granted for filing under oath. Failure to file will bar action against the administrator.
In chancery of New Jersey between Miller and Wiltever and others, notices of a sale of real estate in Warren County to satisfy a debt of $160.55 plus legal costs, with details of property described by lot numbers and bounds, to be sold at public auction on a Saturday in September, with expenses and conditions stated, including sheriff Thomas L. Tayes as the officer conducting the sale. Also notices about construction bids for roads and a public works project, with dates, locations, and bid requirements, plus school medical inspector bids and a transportation bill related notices.
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